Charla Comunitaria: Recent Episodes
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The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Olga Negrón is honored to host Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with business owners, community leaders, and elected officials, providing insight and a deeper understanding of our Latin American neighbors.
Aurea Ortiz sits down with Sandra Skvasik, Engagement and Marketing Lead with Blue Zones, to talk about the organization's work to create a healthy Lehigh Valley.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Nadine Young and Emma Ortiz of The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties to talk about the organization's services for residents of all ages.
Aurea Ortiz talks with Olga Negron about the rapidly approaching enforcement deadline for Real IDs and the importance of getting one.
Aurea Ortiz is joined by Lizzette Melendez of the Hispanic Center of the Lehigh Valley to talk about her experience serving our older residents.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes State Representative Steve Samuelson to talk about important services like Rent Rebates, Real IDs, and much more.
Aurea Ortiz talks with Coach Julie and Josue Ortiz about respecting people with disabilities, Julie's programs for adults, and encouraging everyone no matter their ability.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Dr. John Grason to talk about his visits to Puerto Rico, his memories of Roberto Clemente, and his thankfulness for the experiences he's had.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes former radio host Alfa Lopez and documentary filmmaker and reporter Marcia Robiou to talk about key issues for Latinos in this year's election and beyond.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Christopher Shorr of Touchstone Theatre to talk about their efforts to involve the Hispanic community in their local programming year round.
On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz sits down with Nydia Ramos, a trailblazer in the Lehigh Valley Hispanic community, to share her diverse and unique experiences.
On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz welcomes Emily Marchello and Katie Rymon to talk about the National Museum of Industrial History's efforts to appeal to the Hispanic community.
On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz talks with Beatrice Rodriguez about her long history of fighting for rights for Allentown's Hispanic community.
On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz talks with Cecile Tybaud, a teacher encouraging cultural education, and Michelle Rios-Araque of Moravian University, to talk about engaging students in the Hispanic community.
On this Hispanic Heritage Month special, Aurea Ortiz talks with Guillermo Lopez and Doris Corell about their parents' work to form Bethlehem's Puerto Rican Beneficial Society.
On this Hispanic Heritage Month special, Aurea Ortiz welcomes UCC Pastor and Bethlehem Emergency Shelter Executive Director Bob Rapp to talk about his congregation's work to serve all Bethlehem residents.
Aurea Ortiz is joined by Janine Santoro and Bethlehem Mayor J. William Reynolds to talk about the upcoming sister city celebration with Patillas, Puerto Rico, and the other Hispanic Heritage events being hosted by the city.
Aurea Ortiz sits down with Glorilex Vasquez and Representative Steve Samuelson to talk about Bethlehem's upcoming Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration on September 19.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Flor and Robert Velez to talk about the upcoming Puerto Rican Parade and the beautiful variety of activities attendees can look forward to.
Aurea Ortiz talks with Dr. Ruth Reyes Ramos about increased prevalence of Autism cases among children and the upcoming Autism Symposium.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Raymond Santiago of the Hispanic Center of the Lehigh Valley to talk about the services the center provides, the upcoming Fiesta Gala, and his work to preserve the community.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Judge Nancy Matos, who became Pennsylvania's first Latina district judge, to talk about her work in public office as an unsung trailblazer.
Aurea Ortiz talks with Sara Satullo of the City of Bethlehem and Donna Taggart of Taggart Associates about the new community center in the works for Southside Bethlehem.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Representative Steve Samuelson to discuss the various services offered by his state office, and new information on state grant initiatives.
Aurea Ortiz sits down with Liza Leon Perez, whose life was changed completely by Hurricane Maria, to talk about moving forward and embracing change with hope and happiness.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Rhonda Miller, Certified Grief Educator and founder of Oasis Community Center, to guide us through the "holiday blues" and the process of grief.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Christopher Williamson, Northampton County's Reentry Case Manager, to discuss the process for reentering normal life following incarceration.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Olga Negron, Executive Director of the Governor's Commission on Latino Affairs, to discuss her role and the importance of bringing voices to all Pennsylvanians.
Aurea Ortiz speaks with Delia Marrero, Anna Smith, and Rachel Leon about their positions as leaders in the community and what it means to them to hold these roles.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Paul Chou from the Pennsylvania Sinfonia Orchestra and Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk to talk about the upcoming Spanish-language performance of Peter and the Wolf (Pedro y el Lobo).
Aurea Ortiz speaks with members of the Grammy-winning band La Santa Cecilia, who will be playing at the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks on Aug. 26.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Delia Rivas Rodriguez and Mildred Clausset Moret to talk about the upcoming Abrazo Patillense celebrations taking place from Sept. 1-3 across Allentown and Bethlehem.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes back State Rep. Steve Samuelson as well as Toni Fernandez from Northampton Community College to talk about celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, then chats with Guillermo Lopez about the upcoming PA Latino Convention in Harrisburg.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes State Rep. Steve Samuelson and Glorilex Vasquez for a conversation about business in Harrisburg, the state budget, and constituent services.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Flor and Robert Velez from Puertorrican Culture Preservation to talk about the Puerto Rican Parade and Festival, taking place on July 23 in Allentown.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Dr. Ruth Reyes-Ramos, a professor, researcher and nonprofit leader from Puerto Rico, to talk about Bethlehem's search for a sister city, her foundation, autism care, and more.
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Bethlehem Mayor J. William Reynolds and Janine Santoro, Director of Equity and Inclusion to talk about Bethlehem and its ongoing search for a sister city in Puerto Rico.
In her inaugural episode, Aurea Ortiz welcomes Victoria Montero and Katherine Mann to talk about the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley and its upcoming 2023 Fiesta Gala, centered on celebrating Ecuador.
Continuing her theme of discussing the rights of undocumented immigrants, Olga Negrón welcomes personal injury attorney Mark Kogan from HGSK Law Firm, an expert on workers' compensation law.
Olga Negrón welcomes immigration attorney Raymond Lahoud to talk about the resources available to undocumented individuals who are suffering from domestic abuse, workforce exploitation and more.
Olga Negron welcomes Miriam Rivera, Community Advocates Director for Turning Point of Lehigh Valley, which provides a safe place for survivors of domestic and intimate partner abuse and violence.
On this episode of Charla Comunitaria, Olga Negron talks with her husband, Magisterial District Judge Nick Englesson about the work that goes on in the magisterial court system.
Olga Negron chats with Dr. Nilsa Lasso-von Lang, Assistant Director of Multicultural Enrollment at Moravian University to talk about the driving forces that are changing Moravian University’s structures and services, to welcome and better serve members of the Latinx community.
Olga welcomes Josh Berk and Guillermo Lopez to talk about the creation and significance of the 'Voces de la Comunidad' oral history project and mural, the Guillermo Lopez Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Institute, and more.
Olga Negrón welcomes Hector Bonilla, Tracy Piazza and Meg Sayago from the Easton Area School District to talk about public education, and the district's programs for students and families.
Olga Negron chats with Marigny Pellot from the Puerto Rican Cultural Preservation about Puerto Rican history, pride, and the upcoming Puerto Rican Parade and Festival. Then, she welcomes Norman Bristol Colón of the Pennsylvania Latino Convention to preview the celebration, which is coming to Allentown in late September.
Olga Negrón welcomes Victor Salicetti from AmericaVen and Danielle Joseph from the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce to talk about local Latin American business development here in the Lehigh Valley.
Olga Negrón sits down with Iris Cintron to talk about the upcoming Holy Infancy Multicultural Fest, then welcomes Carol Obando-Derstine to share some tips for saving money, energy, and the environment during the summer ahead.
Olga Negrón wants to shake up the SouthSide of Bethlehem for spring with the flavor of the Latin community, talking about the upcoming ¡Fiesta Latina! celebration with organizers Margarita Gonzalez-Rivera and Olga Torres.
Olga Negrón hosts a bilingual program featuring Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk and Communications Manager Genesis Ortega, and together they discuss Matt's path to mayor, his plans for the future of Allentown and its Latin American community, Genesis's position, and more.
Olga Negrón welcomes Bethlehem Mayor J. William Reynolds and Director of Equity and Inclusion Janine Santoro, to talk about Janine’s newly created position, first term initiatives for Bethlehem and Latin American neighborhoods and the city's overall quality of life.
On the first episode of Charla Comunitaria, Olga Negrón welcomes Victoria Montero, Executive Director of the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley, where many Latin American immigrants begin their journey to make a home here in the Lehigh Valley.